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Guardiola faces toughest task yet in bringing the brilliance back to Bayern

Matt Gault looks at the problems facing Pep Guardiola as he attempts to rebuild Bayern Munich’s quest for European dominance.

Ciaran Kelly looks at Real Madrid who are going through yet another transitional period.

Ciaran Kelly discusses the Rafa Benitez appointment at Chelsea.

James Hunt wonders why Spain are no longer everyone’s favourite cup of tea.

Ciaran Kelly looks at Dutch football history for more examples of their failings following a disastrous Euro 2012.

Ahead of Ireland’s opening game tomorrow, Ciaran Kelly looks at the man in charge – Giovanni Trapattoni.

Ciaran Kelly shares his thoughts on the outstanding Premier League performers this season.

The second part of Ciaran Kelly’s look at the life and times of José Mourinho.

Ciaran Kelly takes a look at the history of Europe’s current flavour of the month, Athletic Bilbao.

Daniel Rhodes takes an in depth look at what has become one of the most important roles in the modern game.